FOOTWEAR

Correct footwear prescribed for an individual's activity and occupation is an important part of injury prevention.

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The following is considered based on a client’s requirement:

• Athletic Footwear
• General Footwear

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Athletic Footwear

The appropriate athletic footwear is determined based on the following:

• The type of sport / physical activity
• The individual foot biomechanics (see biomechanical assessment)
• The compatible footwear brand and style that suits your foot shape / size best

We provide the following solutions:

• Appropriate advice in relation to how to select the correct footwear

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General Footwear

The following are features of ‘good footwear’:

• A firm heel counter that is a snug fit around the back of the foot to avoid slipping during physical activity
• A fixation at the forefoot i.e. Velcro or lace up
• Sufficient depth and width at the toes. There should always be a short space between the tip of the longest toe and the end of the shoe.
• A sole made from a material with good cushioning, stability, flexibility at the forefoot and non slip outer sole.

We provide the following solutions:

• Appropriate advice in relation to how to select the correct footwear

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